Vietnam’s Nguyen Phu Trong Passes Away at 80

Hanoi, The Gulf Observer: General Secretary of Vietnam’s Communist Party Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong passed away at 1:38 p.m. on Friday at the age of 80 due to old age and severe illness.

Official Statement and Health Battle

The Professional Council for Health Protection of Central Officials announced on Friday that Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong died at the 108 Military Central Hospital in Hanoi. Despite receiving dedicated care and treatment from the Party, the state, doctors, leading health experts, and his family, his health condition deteriorated following a prolonged period of illness.

State Funeral Arrangements

In light of his passing, Vietnam’s Party Central Committee, National Assembly, President, Government, and Fatherland Front Central Committee will issue a special communiqué detailing the organization of a state funeral for Nguyen Phu Trong.

Legacy and Impact

Nguyen Phu Trong’s passing marks the end of a significant era in Vietnam’s political landscape. His leadership and contributions to the nation’s development will be remembered and honored during the state funeral, reflecting his impact on Vietnam’s governance and international relations.